Job Summary

Responsible for the production and cooking of food for patients, staff, Meals on Wheels and catered functions. Also responsible for the monitoring of food quality throughout the preparation, cooking and serving process. This includes following standardized recipes, ensuring proper portion control, plating, food temperature monitoring and recording and appearance.

The Cook must maintain the cleanliness of all work areas, refrigerators, blast chiller and other equipment and ensure that proper food handling and sanitation procedures are followed.

Qualifications and Experience

• Culinary Certificate Program from a recognized educational facility
• Provincial Certificate of Qualification (Red Seal) - Cook certification preferred.
• Two years’ experience with large-scale meal production and bulk food assembly required.
• Food Handler Training Certificate is required.
• Knowledge of Best Practices for Prevention and Control of Infection in Health Care Settings.
• Knowledge of Workplace Hazardous Materials Information Systems (WHMIS).

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to use Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Proven ability to read, write, and follow verbal and written English instructions.
• Demonstrates proficiency in written and verbal communications skills.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the position (standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting and use manual and electrical appliances to clean, peel, slice and trim food products).
• Demonstrated commitment to customer service and teamwork.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, leadership and organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize workloads and manage stressful work environments.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and willingness to be flexible to meet department needs.
• Demonstrated commitment to, and understanding of the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion.
• Demonstrated appreciation and respect for protocol, professionalism and confidentiality.
• Models behaviour that aligns with the values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence) of Stevenson Memorial Hospital.

Our Values

Models behaviour that is aligned with the values of Stevenson Memorial Hospital.

• Integrity - We adhere to the highest ethical principles

• Compassion - We respond to our patients’ needs with empathy

• Accountability - We are accountable to one another and to our community

• Respect - We embrace the diversity of our patients, staff and community

• Excellence - We support a culture of distinction

Hours of Work: Available for all shifts including weekends and statutory holidays.

Other: Stevenson Memorial Hospital is committed to a culture of equity, inclusion, diversity and anti-racism. We are committed to attracting, engaging and developing a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified applicants. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply including visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2s+ persons, and anyone else who will contribute to a diverse workplace.

Accommodations for persons with disabilities required during the recruitment process are available upon request by notifying Human Resources at (705) 434-3377 ext 3354

As part of our mandatory screening process, SMH will require professional references, verification of academic training and professional accreditation along with a current vulnerable sector screening check. (or Criminal Record Check – dependent on role)